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World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo

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World Dairy Expo is in session at Madison, Wisconsin and continues through Friday.  Katie Schmitt is the Communications Manager for the World Dairy Expo and says the first days consisted of various dairy breed judging contests.  Schmitt says this year’s dairy expo has attracted more than 2500 cow entries, which is higher than previous years.  Tuesday was the start of the dairy industry trade show with more 600 vendors exhibiting.  The World Dairy Expo will feature several educational sessions along with many speakers.  Schmitt says there is still time to travel to Madison, Wisconsin and participate in the many dairy expo activities.  The World Dairy Expo continues through Friday, October 7th.

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